Today represents a significant milestone that Chance has been striving toward for over three years. It’s a moment that stands for perseverance, bravery, and the quiet triumphs that often remain unseen beyond the hospital’s doors. When Chance was diagnosed with high-risk T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, the fight that followed quickly grew beyond anything his family could have anticipated.
Over the past 1,000 days, the boy has endured relentless treatment: powerful chemotherapy, endless blood tests, and the physical pain of a port that was notoriously difficult to access. Every clinic day brought its own anxiety—the nurses never knew if they could get it on the first try, leaving Chance sore, exhausted, and sometimes tearful.
Yet today, that port is finally gone.“It’s more than just a medical step,” his mom, Amy, said, her voice trembling with pride and relief. “Every scratch mark on it tells a story of how hard this fight has been. After all he’s endured, I just want him to feel like a kid again.”
For Chance, the port was not only a medical device—it was a reminder of the long, grueling journey he has walked. Every poke, every bruise, every scar represents countless moments of bravery, determination, and resilience that most children his age could never be expected to understand. Yet, through it all, Chance has remained courageous, even when the path was daunting.
Amy shares that over the years, the nurses who cared for Chance became like family. They celebrated the small victories with him—the days when treatment went smoothly, the moments when his counts improved, the times he managed a smile despite the exhaustion. They shared the hard days too, sitting with him during long treatments, offering words of encouragement, and giving hugs when medicine couldn’t soothe the pain. Their love and dedication became a constant presence in a world that often felt unpredictable and frightening.
And though no one will miss the port, they will forever be grateful for what it did. It wasn’t just a tube beneath the skin—it was a lifeline, a tool that helped save his life and guide him step by step toward this day of celebration.
Today, Chance gets to be a kid again, even if just a little bit. He can feel the freedom in his arms, the relief in his chest, and the triumph that comes from overcoming something that seemed insurmountable. Every mark on his body is a testament to his strength, every smile a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit.
After over 1,000 days of fear, pain, and uncertainty, Chance has reached a milestone that deserves to be celebrated—not just for the medical victory, but for the courage, love, and unwavering support that made it possible.
